T A C O N I CR U N N I N G L I F E

January 1996• T ♦ R * R

TRRC Crowns Pierce Brennan Male Runner of the Year 1995Joan Deltrick & Debbie Terranova Share Women's Title

The annual TRRC Dinner Dance was the site tor many awards. Topping the list were Runner of the Year titles. Recipients, pictured^ove, were Pierce Brennan. Debbie Terranova and Joan Dietrick. See inside for more photos. -photos by.J. NashTaconic Masters Named RRCA 5K &USATF 10K X-Country Champions

Nick Caswell, Bob Herinescli. Ken Fihtianski. Rob Briglio. TonyGalfano and Joe Porcaro. pictured above, were joined by SteveCalidonna, Scott Abercrombie and Ilowie Bashant as they carriedthe Taconic colors to new heights in national competitions. Storieswith more details of their accomplishments at Canadaigua and VanCortlandt Park are inside.

RRCA Recognizes TRLTaconic Runninu Life is pleased to announce its selection as bestnewsletter in the 1995 Eastern Region. Medium sized clubs. It isnow one of four Hnalists under consideration for the national title.

K a t e Q u i n n N a m e dTRRC Member o f the Year

TRRC Vice President Steve Quinn presents his wifeKate with her Member of the Year award.

-photo by J. NashI n s i d e T h i s I s s u e :Race Flyers of Upcoming Races.F e b . 4 F r e e z e r 5 KFeb. 18 Freezer 5MMar. 17 St. Patrick's Day 2M & 5MMar. 3 1 Mudders & Grunters 5K

Apr. 27 Sybil Ludington (announcement) 50K & relayApr. 28 Alcohol Free Footrace 2M & 5M

l a c o n i c R o a d R u n n e r s C l u bP.O. Box 99

Baldwin Place, NY 10505

TACONIC RUNNING LIFE is the official publicationof the Taconic Road Runners Club, Inc. Publication is

bimonthly and is intended for distribution to clubmembers at no charge. Club officers and Chairpersonsinc lude:P r e s i d e n t E d M c L a u g h l i n 6 6 6 - 8 7 1 2V . P . S t e v e Q u i n n 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8T r e a s u r e r R i c h A d a m s k i 5 2 8 - 8 4 5 7

S e c r e t a r y J o a n n a N a s h 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6R a c e C o o r d . R i c h N a s h 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6

P u b l i c i t y J o e P o r c a r o 5 2 6 - 3 5 2 4Ma i l i ng La r ry & Mary Lenahan 628-6229A d v e r t i s i n g S t e v e Q u i n n 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8M e m b e r s h i p G r e g D i a m o n d 5 2 8 - 2 2 5 1E q u i p M g r . R i c h N a s h 2 4 8 - 6 6 6 6V o l . C o o r d . V i n c e n t J u l i a n o 2 4 5 - 3 4 7 2T R L E d i t o r K a t y D . Q u i n n 6 2 8 - 0 6 4 8W o m e n ' s T e a m L e e S a r o k e n 6 6 6 - 8 7 1 2M e n ' s T e a m S c o t t A b e r c r o m b i e 7 3 7 - 0 8 7 2

P r e s i d e n t s E m e r i t u s :1976-86 Dan Caff rey ( founder)1 9 8 6 - 8 8 0 \ v e n M c C r u d d e n1 9 8 9 - 9 0 J o h n H a l l i n a n1 9 9 0 - 9 1 E d M c L a u g h l i n1 9 9 2 - 9 3 F r e d L o e h f e l m

T R R C T A G N u m b e r : 0 7 9 9TRRC HOTLINE: (914) 923-4665Tacon ic Runn ing L i fe we lcomes cont r ibu t ions f rommembers for publication. Word Perfect 6.1 forWindows and Aldus Pagemaker 4.0 for Windows (IBMcompatible) are used in publishing the newsletter. Ifpossible, please submit material on discs in formats thatcan be converted to either WordPerfect or Pagemaker.If this is not possible, send printed submissions andphotos toKaty D. Quinn, 43 Rodcris Drive, Mahopac, NY 10541

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P R E S I D E N T ' S C O L U M N

It's a new year, check out the schedule.It's important to choose which races you will berunning in 1996. It is also important to choose atwhich races you will be volunteering.

The Jan/Feb issue of Running Times hasan interesting article by William Simpsonentitled "Give It Back". He observes.."that manyrunners have never been on the other side of a

race..They don't seem to mind that the samepeople always do the volunteer work." He asksreaders to imagine what your race calendarwould look l ike without volunteers. Needless-to-

say the imagined calendar is a blank page.A major part of my job as president is to

continue to hammer away at the very sizablepercentage of our membership who have not asyet stepped forward to assist at our races. Itseems that I must point out that TRRC is avolunteer organization that needs its members toperform the tasks of registration, traffic control,split times, select scoring, finish timing, waterstops, etc. It is easy to volunteer, just check thecalendar and you will find the name of the racedirector for each of our races. All you have to dois call that individual and state your availability.(If you can't find a number, just call any of thepeople listed in the masthead of this newsletter.)

Back to the Running Times article, Mr.Simpson relates the story of how much heenjoyed a recent racing experience, of course hedidn't run in it, he volunteered at a triathlonproviding traffic control for the bikers. He alsomentioned that his local running club has takensteps to increase volunteerism: any club memberwho fails to earn three volunteer points in a yearmust pay an additional $10 in dues the followingyear. This is an idea I plan to propose to theother directors for implementation this year. 1hope this proves to be an incentive.

So, if you haven't volunteered - feelthreatened - feel guilty - feel embarrassed, thenget off your and call to volunteer. Keep inmind the title of the Running Times article:

" G I V E I T B A C K "

F a c t a n o n v e r b a

Ta c o n i c R o a d R u n n e r s C l u b 1 9 9 6 R a c e S c h e d u l e

F e b . 4 S u n . 1 0 A M 5 K F r e e z e r 5 , F D R P a r k , Yo r k t o w n , N Y

Feb . 18 Sun . 10 AM 5M Freezer 5 , FDR Park , York town , NY

Mar. 17 Sun. 10 AM 2M/1 OK St. Patrick's Day RacesFDR Park, Yorktown, NY

Mar. 31 Sun. 10 AM 5M Mudders & Grunters Cross CountryFDR Park, Yorktown, NY

Apr. 21 Sun. 1 PM 5M Rye Derby, Rye, NY

Apr. 27 Sat. 8 AM 50K Sybil Ludington Run/Relay, Carmel, NY

A p r . 2 8 S u n . 9 A M A l c o h o l F r e e F o o t r a c e - 2 M & 5 M

May 12 Sun. 10 AM 5K Mother's Day (Women Only)FDR Park, Yorktown, NY

M a y 1 8 ? S a t . ? S A M ? 5 K H u m a n R a c ePlace, as yet, unknown

May 19 Sun. 9 AM 1 OK North County NewsYork town, NY

J u n e 2 S u n . 9 A M 5 M L i n c o l n H a l l , S o m e r s , N Y

July 4 Thurs. 8 AM 8M Putnam County Classic, Mahopac, NY

Aug. 4 Sun. 8:45 AM Taconic Biathlon (5K Run, 1/2 M Swim)Sycamore Park, Mahopac, NY

Aug. 11 Sun. 8:30 AM Phelps Memorial 5K Run/Walk

S e p t . 8 S u n . J a n P e e k l O K

Sept . 8 Sun. Dutchess County Class ic (5K, 13.1M & 26.2M)

Sept. 22 Sun. 9 AM 7K Teatown Reservation Ramble (X-Country)Ossining, NY

O c t . 6 S u n . 1 0 A M 3 M S h a r e - A - W a l kFDR Park, Yorktown, NY

Oct. 13 Sun. 9 AM Age Group Cross Country # 1Route 202, Yorktown, NY

Oct. 14 Mon. 9 AM 1/4M Columbus Day Races for ChildrenDePew Park, Peekskill, NY

Oct. 20 S u n . 1 0 A M Age Group Cross Country #2Somers H.S., Somers, NY

Oct. 26 Sat. 4 P M Wo me n ' s D i s t a n ce Fe s t i va l C l a ss i c

(Women only), Yorktown, NY

Oc t . 27 S u n . 9 A M Age Group Cross Country #3Blue Mt. Reservation, Peekskill, NY

Dec. 7 Sat. 1 0 A M 3 X 3M (Women) & 4 X 3M (Men) X/C RelayBlue Mountain Reservation, Peekskill, NY

Dec. 8 Sun. 11 AM 2 X 5K Couples RelayBlue Mt. Reservation, Peekskill, NY

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laconic Masters: ^U S A T F \

National Champions J

By Jim Bagg (a.k.a. K.F.)TRRC elected losenda loam consisting of Steve Calidonna,

Bob Hermesch, Nick Caswell, Joe Forcaro, Rob Briglio, TonyGalfano, Ken Filmanski and myself to the prestigious USATFNationa! Masters I OK Crosscountry Championships to be held onthe campus of Finger Lakes Commiinit\ College, Sunday. October15. 1995. At our last pre-race tune-up. Steve took ill (Fie waseventually unable to attend because of his illness), Nick and Kencame down with injuries, and ms race entry was returned, due toinsufficient postage. It looked as ifFRRC would not be able to lineup the required 5 runners to lake part in the team scoring.

We t o o k a v o t e o n w i i e t h e r t o a t t e n d t h e r a c e o r t h e M i l l i o n

Man March. The vote was deadlock. 4 - 4. but I changed my volein favor of the race after it was pointed out to me that the March wasorganized by Farra "khan" and not Farrah "Fawcett." So. onOctober 14. we were off on our 6 hour (7 had we taken the Thru way)trip to Canadaigua.

Once there we met up with 4 of Nick's high school chums,and the 11 ofus were off to dinner. While Nick reminisced, the restof us talked race strategy, including the possibility of me running asa bandit. (It was voted down.)

After the meal, we returned to the Inn on the Lake whereour sleeping situation caused Joe to think he had stumbled into theFront Runners room.

We awoke early Sunday morning and the Hrst competitionwas to see who could hold it the longest, as we had a 6 runners vyingfor one toilet. Some even showered and shaved, which is something1 though you did after the race and not before. We arrived at FLCCand exainined the course, which was an excellently maintainedcombination of grass, gravel, sand and wood chip paths. Betweenmiles3and4wererollinghills. with theonlybighillat4.5. The racewent off on time (take that. TaconiOand Ken yelled to his mates thathis leg gave out in the first 50 yards. Things went from bad to worsewhen Nick dropped out 150 yards later. Fortunately. Ken continuedon with the hope that he could finish the race in moderate pain andkeepTRRC in the team scoring. With Bob Unishing fifth overall andJoe. Rob. and Tony not far behind, the 4 waited with bated breathto see of Ken would Unish. When lie did. the only question was howmuch would his gutsy but poor performance hurt the team score. "Ifnot for Nick and his friends cheering me on. I never would havemade it. said Ken. "but I could do w ithoui that Bagg gii\. Flc keptyelling at me to drop out because I looked so bad." It w as off theawards ceremony, where, after a .) beer wait. Bob and Joe claimedNational age-group awards.

Finally it was announce. "The 1995 USATF NationalChampions: Taconic Road Runners Club!" It was a jo)'ous timefor these harriers. The oiiK upsetting moment was when rerealized our "captain" and organi/er. Scott Abercrombie. whowas unable to attend due to work obligations, was not there toshare in the rewards

H C a l i d o n n a , H ;T a c o n i c M a s t e r s :

▼ R R C A 5 K ^—^ Crosscountry [J^

ChampionsBy Jim Bagg( a.k.a. KF)

Fresh off their U.S.A. Track & Field lOK Cross CountryChampionship, the Taconic Masters entered a team in the RoadRunners Clubs of America (RRCA) 5K Cross Country Championship held at Van Cortlandt Park on November 19. Headed byindividual champion Steve Calidonna. this team showed just howstrong they are. Right behind Steve were Bob Hermesch, JoeForcaro, Scott Abercrombie, and Ken Filmanski in fourth, sixth,ninth, and eleventh place overall. So strong is this team, that HowieBji.shant. long a Taconic stalwart, did not take part in the teamscoring, despite his twelfth place overall and second place in the 50-59 age group finish!

It should be noted that both Steve and Bob also competedthe day before in the USATF National Masters 8K Cross CountryChampionships at Franklin Park in Boston. Not to be outdone. Bobalso attended the Taconic Dinner Dance the Friday before, alongwith running the New York Marathon the Sunday before. HisM a s s e u s e i s a r i c h m a n !

Sweatshirts at Syosset SprintN o v. 11

By Maria BleasdaleOn the way over to Long Island's 1995 Syosset Sprint, the

TRRC Men's Masters Team was abnormally subdued - even self-restrained. Was it pre-race nerves? No time for coffee and donuts?Or was it the uncharacteristic presence of a lone female rider?However tame these Masters were in the car. they were savage onthe road.

Now. for the course: I'd be happy to report about it. butsince I was delirious for most of the race, I'll have to abstain. Theytold methe m iddle miles were surprisingly hilly with a stiff Westerlyb r e e z e .

I remember at the awards ceremony later, they won abunch of sweatshirts.

L a s t m i n u t e r e i n f o r c e m e n t C a l i d o n n a w a s a b l e t o r u n

21:25. good for 2nd place Masters and 12th overall. He got twosweatshirts. Joe Porcaro followed strongly with a time of 22:50,placing 3rd Masters and 38th overall. He got two sweatshirts. KenFilmanski rounded out the Taconic scoring with a lime of 24:10,placing 6th in his agegroup. Hereceivedasweatshirt. Jim Bagg wasnearby, crowing something about Tony Galfano who also placed6tli in hisagegroup withatimeof24:28. No sweatshirt. Sorry Tony.

Sara Collins kept me company on the women's side witha good finish, but I didn't learn the details. (Sorry about that. Sara.)I got a sweatshirt for 2nd place in my age group and 2nd Mac. We'lla l l b e w a r m t h i s w i n t e r !

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1995 Age-Group Cross Country SeriesMore than 80 enthusiastic youngsters turned out for each of the Age Group Cross Country days of racing. Special thanks to

race directors John Haiiinan and Gene Cadinan and their able group of parent volunteers, especially Joanna and Rich Nash, who,along with the Peekskill Cortlandt Running Foundation made this another successful series.Winners inc luded :5 - 6 Y e a r O l d s

Boys: Patrick Hemsley of YorktownG i r l s : D a n i e l l e G o v a n o f K a t o n a h

7 - 8 Y e a r O l d s

Boys: Roumaine Hubbard of Shrub OakG i r l s : D a n a M i t c h e l l o f S o m e r s

9 - 1 0 Y e a r O l d s

Boys: Anthony Tanzi of MahopacG i r l s : N o e l l e D o w d o r Yo r k t o w n

11-12 Yea r O lds

Boys: Michael Tanzi of MahopacG i r l s : D e n i s h a H u d s o n o f Yo r k t o w n

13-14 Year Olds

Boys: John Hemsley of YorktownG i r l s : n o n e

At right: Race director Gene Cadmangives last minute directions to eagerparticipants

.. .and they're ofll•photos hy J. Nash

Stonif(author unknown)

contributed by R. Adamski

Next Fall, when you see geese heading South for the winter, flying along in a "V" formation, you might be interested inknowing what science has discovered about why they fly that way. It has been learned that as each bird flaps its wings, it creates anuplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in a "V" formation, the whole flock adds at least 71% greater flying range than ifeach bird flew on its own. People who share common direction and sense of community can get where they are going quicker andeasier, because they are traveling on the thrust of one another.

Whenever a goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to go it alone, and quickly getsinto formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird immediately in front, if we have as much sense as a goose, we willstay in formation with those who are headed the same wav we are going.

When the lead goose gets tired, he rotates back in the wing and another goose flies point. It pays to take turns doing hardjobs.

The geese honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed. An encouraging word goes a long way.Finally, when a goose gets sick, or is wounded by a gun shot and falls out, two geese fall out of formation and follow him

down to help and protect him, They stay with him until he is either able to fly or until he is dead, and they launch out on their own orwith another formation to catch up with the group. If we have the .sen.se of a goose, we will stand by each other like that.

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Taconic Road Runners Club Presents. . .

' T • B • R • C *

The 1996 Winter Ser ies"The Freezer F ives"

FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights, NY, Parking Lot #1

R a c e # 1

Sunday, February 4, 19961 0 : 0 0 A . M .

Distance: 5K (approximately)^ ^

R a c e # 2

Sunday, February 18, 19961 0 : 0 0 A . M .

Distance: 5 Miles {approximately)

Weather conditions and park maintenance projects may make these races more of a challenge than usual. Please note,the heated bathrooms and access to afire and electricity may be non-existant. Come prepared to "rough it. "

Entry Fee: $5.00 each race pre-register (Family maximum = $15/race)*$4.00 each race TRRC pre-register*$6.00 each race, race day registration

*Pre-registration closes January 27 (Race #1) and February 10 (Race #2).Entry fees are non-refundable.Special commemorative long sleeved tee-shirts: $12.00 (in addition to race entry fee).Specify size if ordering tee-shirt. (Pre-ordered shirts must be picked up at race (no shipping).

Age Group Awards Will Be Presented At Each Race

P o s t - R a c e R e f r e s h m e n t s(probably not hot ones)

Race Directors; Jerry Radlauer (914) 764-9056 and Steve Quinn (914) 628-0648

Freezer Fives RegistrationRace entered ; P lease c i rc le : U

N a m e :

B i b N o .n Tee-shirts ($12)M X L

S e x Age on race day B i r t h d a t e :

Address:S t r e e t C i t y S t a t e Z i p

I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless 1 am medically able and properlytrained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, trafficand the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these factsand in consideration of your accepting my entry, I. for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the TaconicRoad Runners Club. FDR Park and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arisingout of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the personsnamed in this waiver. 1 grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any otherrecord of this event for any legitimate purpose.

S im ia tu re D a t e A m o u n t e n c l o s e d :

Pa ren t ' s s i gna tu re i f unde r 18 yea rs o f age Da te("hecks payable to TRRC. Send to TRRC. PO Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505

Race U1

R a c e # 2

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A 1st Time Marathon Experience -Humbled & Hobbled in NYC 11/12/95

By Paul PacchianaTo all of my TRRC running friends at the pump

house on Saturday mornings, "You were right! The NewYork City Marathon is unlike any other marathon, and oneshould just try to do your best and be happy with whatever ther e s u l t s a r e . "

It was truly an exciting, yet unpredictable andhumbling experience. What a gamut of emotions: Joy, sorrow,strength, pain, self-assurance, satisfaction and humility.

The story begins waiting for the bus in Downing Parkon a cold, windy and snowy Sunday morning. 1 guess 1should have known that trouble lie ahead when a veteranmarathoner said to the huddled and frozen group, "Why arewe doing this to ourselves? Let's just go home and go back tobed." These certainly were not words that I wanted to hear,this being my first marathon. Once the bus arrived. I foundmy seat (close to the facilities) and was deep in thought. . ,

When we arrived in Staten Island, it was like adream. . .Thousands of runners just as obsessed about runningas me. It was incredible! After immediately checking mybag, I then made my way hurriedly with some of the Taconicrunners, toward the front of the green start. (It pays to workfor the sponsor - Chase.)

Standing in the cold wind at the start. I realized that 1forgot to put Vaseline on and totally forgot to stretch. The.suddenly, the cannon sounded and I was off. (lying across thebridge.

Enjoying the sights and sounds through Brooklynand running a controlled 7 minute pace and on target for a 3hour marathon. I felt great. The, suddenK . near the top of the59th Street Bridge. m\ right liamsiring pulled. The pain wasexcruciating, and suddeni) . thoughts of not qualifying forBo.ston and pos.sibly not llnisliing entered my mind. At 75thand I St Avenue. 1 saw m\' famil>- and. for a moment. I forgotabout the pain. I ears in my eyes, thinking of my love andtheir support during my training, high lives and good-byesand 1 hobbled m\ way toward the Bronx. At 110th Street, myother hamstring pulled, and at mile 20 my quads went. If itwasn t for the thousands of kind and generous peoplesupporting me along the way. I don't know how I would haverun through the pain.

At the 26 mile mark, afterJogging and walking thelast 6 miles. 1 realized that I would probably not make myBoston qualifying time of 3:20. but I decided that 1 would gutit out and try to finish under 3:21. just for myself. 1 finishedin 3:20:54. I was so elated to reach the finish line. 1 was in afog. I felt that I did my best. 1 left my heart and soul outthere, and Boston just wasn't meant to be. And. frankly. 1didn't know if 1 wanted to run another marathon auain.

The next night, while I was icing my aching muscles.1 received a call Irom Ed. who gave me kind words ofencouragement and support and told me that in case 1 wasdisappointed in not qualifying for Boston that 1 might still getin. because they usually don't count the seconds for largemarathons.

The next morning, 1 called the Boston AthleticAssociation and confirmed his words. Id didn't know if 1should be happy or sad. Happy because 1 reached my goal ofqualifying for Boston by 5 seconds, or sad, because I wasn'tsure if 1 wanted to put myself through that kind of pain again.(They say it passes and I still have time to decide. . .)

After all is said and done, I'm truly glad that I chosethe NYC Marathon for my first marathon. It was truly a greatand memorable experience, and I would strongly recommendit to everyone. What 1 learned in this race about myself. I willcarry with me forever.

Thanks to all of my friends, TRRC running buddies,the Chase Fitness Lab staff/training partners, and most of allmy family, for their enduring friendship and support duringmy marathon quest.

Happy Running!!!!!!!P.S. Nick: Thanks for the kind and thoughtful words ofwisdom before the race.

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New York City MarathonNovember 12, 1995

Photos by 59ih Street Bridge CrewThe first Taconic Road Runner to flnisii the 1995 New York City Marathon was Alonso Rendon in 2:40. He was followed

by Rob Briglio, 2:50, Chuck Creel. 2:51. and Bernie Deitrick, 2:52. Taconics Rich Adamski, Vinny Juliano, Bill Foley, Greg Diamond, Nancy Young and Carol Hansen manned the TRRC clocks at the 15 mile and 25K marks, offering encouragement and snapping photos as Taconics passed by. Other friends and family members braved the frigid weather to wait and offer encouragement onI s l A v e n u e .

The post race parly was the highlight of the day for many, as the cold, windy weather wiped out aspirations of PR's andconfirmed that runners are committed to and crazy about their sport!A l o n s o R e n d o n 2 : 4 5

R o b B r i g l i o 2 : 5 1B e r n i e D e i t r i c k 2 : 5 2C h u c k C r e e l 2 : 5 3

G e o r g e M r u s 2 : 5 9S e t h D e n e n b e r g 3 : 0 4B o b H e r m e s c h 3 : 0 7G l e n M c C a r t h y 3 : 0 8N i c k C a s w e l l 3 : 0 9P a u l F r i t z s c h e 3 : 1 3P a u l P a c c h i a n a 3 : 2 0J o a n D e i t r i c k 3 : 2 3E d M c C a r t h y 3 : 2 3S c o t t M e n d e l o w i t z 3 : 2 7F r a n k T o l a n 3 : 3 4J o s h K n i g h t 3 : 4 1K e n n y G o l d i n g 3 : 5 2L a u r e n L o a a n 3 : 5 2

M i c h e l l e S a n t o m a s s i n o 3 : 5 6D a n F r i t z s c h e 3 : 5 6L e e S a r o k e n 3 : 5 6

C h r i s L a f f r a 3 : 5 8H o w i e S o l o w 3 : 5 9

K e r r y C a h i l l 4 : 0 3D e n i s e L u t r i c k 4 : 0 4

M y l e s O ' R h o d e s 4 : 0 6T o m A m i s s o n 4 : 1 0

D a n M o f fi t t 4 : 1 1D o n n i e L u t r i c k 4 : 1 II r v M i l l e r 4 : 2 2M o i s e s S a l a m a 4 : 2 9

G i a B o u l o s 4 : 2 9

B i l l P r a z e n k a 4 : 3 0

J o a n n e B e r t r a m 4 : 4 3

B r u c e F e n i c k 6 : 4 2

Stocking cap.gloves and theTa c o n i c

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(Right) Kale Glynn had a cheery hello foi" her supportteam on the 59th Street bridge. - and -Chuck Creel approaches the finish line in strong form.

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T R R C A n n u a l D i n n e r - D a n c e :Awards, Friends, Food & Dancing

The annual TRRC Dinner Dance was held atCortlandt Colonial Restaurant November 17, and smiles wereworn by all. The food was plentiful (Jack Magrone received aspecial "Biscuit Award" for his outstanding performance at thedinner table.), the music was lively (The congo line startedearlier than usual this year, and the Electric Slide saw both anincrease and an improvement in participation.), the companysuperb (Both new and long-standing members came.) and theawards a highlight.Runne rs o f t he Yea rM e n ;

Pierce Brennan was named the TRRC Male Runnerof the Year for 1995. Pierce won the 60 and over age groupseveral times and ran well in several TRRC races in the yearhe tumed 70. And it was just a year after starting his recoveryfrom a hip injury that was supposed to end his running career.

This was a year that saw very few consistentlyexceptional efforts in TRRC races. Pierce ran 52:36 at age 69in the St. Patrick's lOK, and the 39:13 to win the 60 year oldage group at Lincoln Hall at age 70. In the Teatown Ramblehe finished 4 seconds behind the 60 year old winner and thendemolished that age group by 6 minutes with a 22:53 at theDutchess Classic 5K in September. Announcement of his titleas TRRC Runner of the Year was met with enthusiastic

applause at the annual TRRC dinner dance. Congratulations,Pierce!

Other notable TRRC performances in 1995 includedChuck Creel, Alonso Rendon and Nick Caswell's bestyears. Chuck ran 2:40 at Grandma's Marathon, ran 2nd at St.Patrick's, 1st at North County News and 3rd in the PutnamClassic. Alonso ran 2:40 at Dutchess and 3rd at the NCN, 5thin the Human Race and 4th at Lincoln Hall. He was also thefirst Taconic finisher in this year's NYC Marathon. Nick ran7th at the Putnam Classic in addition to many exceptionalraces in his drive to win the NYRRC annual 45-49 age groupchampionship. Congratulations on some fine performances!W o m e n :

This year the Board was faced with the problem ofdeciding the Runner of the Year awards without the benefit ofthe Grand Prix scoring that marked the determinations of thelast few years. As a result, several factors were considered.In addition to outstanding race performances, dedication toparticipation as part of the women's team and overallcontribution to the Taconic Road Runners Club wereconsidered. Clearly rising as the two who epitomized thesecharacteristics were Joan Deitrick and Debbie Terranova.As the intangibles were weighed, it was concluded that bothwomen deserved recognition, therefore, both were awarded"Runner of the Year." Congratulations to Joan and Debbie.(P.S. Just two days after the dinner-dance, Debbie capturedthe title of "Queen of the Seven Hills.")M e m b e r o f t h e Ye a r :

Kate Quinn, editor of Taconic Running Life, washonored as Taconic Member of the Year. Kate stepped in asVice President when her husband Steve, spent a year in

Georgia. She has also been behind the scenes at numerousraces and Taconic events (including co-chairing thedinner-dance for a number of years) with special involvementin the Human Race, Share-a-Walk and the Freezer Fives.Outstanding Achievement:

Two special awards for outstanding runningaccomplishments were presented to Nancy Young and BillFoley. Both of these runners have made tremendous strides(no pun intended) in their running performances in the pastyear. They have each set PR's at almost every distance in thepast year, and it should be noted that Nancy is cleaning upwith awards in her new age group!T r a c k C o a c h E x t r a o r d i n a i r e :

Doug Miller was honored with a gift of appreciationfrom the many Taconics who benefitted from his direction oftrack workouts over the summer. Doug put everyone throughsome grueling workouts, but the results have been extremelyrewarding.A n d m o r e :

Gia Boulos and Bob Davis were recognized forwater stops above and beyond the norm. Gia's addition ofTootsie Rolls and Bob's presentation in ice with fresh orangeslices did not go unnoticed by the pump house gang.

Best T-shirt honors were bestowed upon the LincolnHall singlet and the Mudders and Grunters long sleevedtee after dinner-dance guests cast their ballots.

This year's photo-poster went to Owen McCrudden,president emeritus and member beloved. Owen received astanding ovation from the membership for all the support hehas (and continues) to provide.Next year:

Mark your calendar. We will gather next Novemberon the Friday following the NYC Marathon for the 1996Dinner Dance. Don' t miss i t !

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"Table pictures" at the annual dinner-dance found friendsgathered. At left: [-ilinanskis. I'orcaros. Nick Caswell.Briglios and Herniesches,Below: Handelmans, Whalcns. Davis' and Murphys.

This table celebrated Owen's

plioto honors and welcomedb a c k R h o d e I s l a n d e r s M i k e a n d

Barbara Rogers. Gathered for afun evening: McCruddens.Loehfelms, Rogers, RudiFrdnhorn and Norma Seluktekin

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i ^ Wludders & Grunters( Facta non Verba 1S u n d a y, M a r c h 3 1 , 1 9 9 6 B R E B10:00 A.M. (Check-in begins at 9:00 A.M.)FDR Park, Yorktown Heights, NY - Parking Lot #1

Pre-entry: $6.00 TRRC Member$8.00 Non-member (No refunds)

Race Day: $10.00

Course: About Five Miles of Mud and Slop, Some Hills

A w a r d s : O v e r a l l 1 - 5 M & F 4 0 - 4 9 1 - 3 M & F1 5 - 1 8 1 M & F 5 0 - 5 9 1 - 3 M & F

6 0 P l u s 1 M & FTeam Awards: The Mohansic Geronimo Cup will be awarded to the first place team.

For more information, see officials on race day.Race Director: Owen McCrudden: (914) 245-4830 and Steve Quinn (914) 628-0648There will be a specially designed Mudders and Grunters T-shirt available for purchase.These 100% cotton, long-sleeved shirts will be sold for $12.00. There will only by 50available, so get your order In ASAP. Last year they went FAST.

Refreshments will be provided.

Detach and return with check to TRRC, P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place, NY 10505

Te a m A w a r d s :

Mudders & Grunters - March 27, 1994N a m e T e a m :

AddressS t r e e t C i t y S t a t e Z i p C o d e

S e x : M a l e F e m a l e : A g e o n r a c e d a y B i r t h d a t e : ^ Te l . N o .I know that running a road/cross country race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained.I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this eventincluding, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions ofthe road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting myentry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the laconic Road Runners Club, FDR Park, and all sponsors, theirrepresentatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out ofnegligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motionpictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates orblades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline.Please note: For safety reasons, no one under age 14 will be allowed to participate.

S i g n a t u r e D a t e P a r e n t ' s s i g n a t u r e ( i f p a r t i c i p a n t < 1 8 y e a r s o f a g e )E n t r y F e e : T - S h i r t : S 1 2 . 0 0 T o t a l e n c l o s e d : I f o r d e r i n g T - s h i r t , i n d i c a t e s i z e : M L X LMail appications to Taconic Road Runners Club, P.O. Box 99, Baldwin Place. NY 10505. Ail checks payable to TRRC.

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Putnam Rail Trail Association Seeks SupportThe Putnam Rail Trail Association (PRTA) is a County-wide, not-for-profit rail trail advocacy organization. The major

objective of the association is to promote the construction of rail trails in Putnam County, NY in a timely fashion.Rail trails are multi-purpose trails to be used for non-motorized transportation and recreation which are constructed along

abandoned ra i l road corr idors.The PTRA expects to accomplish its objectives by:1. Educating the public as to what rail trails are, and how they are funded, constructed, maintained, etc.2. Demonstrating to the public the benefits of a rail trail system in Putnam County.3. Demonstrating to government officials and planners that there is public support for rail trail projects in PutnamCounty.4. Monitoring the progress of rail trail planning and construction.The PTTA recognizes the need for the creation of rail trails in Putnam County for two primary reasons:First, as concerned citizens and parents, they see the need for a safe place for all people to bicycle, walk or run in the county,

both for transportation and for recreation. They believe that serious bicycle and pedestrian accidents may be avoided by using a railtrail system in Putnam County.

Second, rail trails will promote tourism and help local business while preserving open space and reducing pollution. Theyare a form of low-impact development.

Once a rail trail is constructed, the PRTA will take on roles similar to other Rail Trail Associations such as trail safetyadvocacy or coordinating special public clean-up or planting projects.Things YOU can do to support the Rail Trails in Putnam County:1. Obtain a petition or petitions from the Putnam Rail Assoc, and add your name to the list of supporters of the project and encourageothers to add their names as well.2. Send a letter of support to the DOT (on letterhead, if available). Sent it to Mr. Albert J. Bauman, Regional Director, New YorkState DOT, 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603.3. Contact your federal, state, county and town officials to have them support the Rail Trail for the public hearing.*4. Plan to appear in person at the public hearing (the PRTA will keep interested parties informed of the date, time and location of thepublic hearing.For more information, contact the Putnam Rail Trail Assoc. at (914) 278-5990, P.O. Box 801, Mahopac, NY 10541 or on-line atSXSP68A@PRODIGY.COM.♦Contact the following:R e p r e s e n t a t i v e U . S . C o n g r e s s G o v e r n o r . N e w Y o r k S t a t e P u t n a m C o u n t y E x e c u t i v eS u e W . K e l l y G e o r g e P a t a k i R o b e r t J . B o n d i105 South Bedford Rd. Executive Chamber, NYS Capitol The County BuildingR o o m 3 1 2 - A A l b a n y , N Y 1 2 2 2 4 4 0 G l e n e i d a A v e n u eM t . K i s c o , N Y 1 0 5 4 9 ( 5 1 8 ) 4 7 4 - 8 3 9 0 C a r m e l , N Y 1 0 5 1 2( 9 1 4 ) 2 4 1 - 6 3 4 0 ( 9 1 4 ) 2 2 5 - 3 6 4 1 , e x t . 2 0 0F a x ( 9 1 4 ) 2 4 1 - 3 5 0 2 F a x ( 9 1 4 ) 2 2 5 - 0 2 9 4

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A note from the editor:Thank you to all who contribute to the newsletter. (Especially those of you who meet the TRL deadline - the club meeting

the month prior to publication.) Your photos, stories, race results and running related information are greatly appreciated. I do mybest to assure accuracy and completeness, but I rely on you, the members of TRRC, to get me the right information and send mecorrections/additions when needed. Please send them to me in writing. It's hard to keep information sorted over a two month periodunless it is in writing. You know my motto: "A less than perfect job completed is better than a perfect job only promised."Now for corrections and additions from January's newsletter:Congratulations to Nathan Treadwell who finished the Dutchess Co. Half-Marathon in a time of 1:46:45. Sorry we missed you inthe list of finishers.1 am sure there are more Taconics who finished the NYC Marathon than those listed in this issue. If you send me your results, 1would be happy to include them in the March newsletter.Congratulations to Rudi Einhorn who finished 4th in the 50-59 men's age group in the Dutchess County 5K with a time of 21:38.Sorry we missed including you in the story and race results last issue, Rudi.

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*It should be noted that Owen McCrudden is the only participant who has completed all FOUR of the Challenges of the 7 Hills! Congratulations!

Ta c o n i c M a s t e r s- F a c t a Ta k a D a C a s h a

By Jim Bagg (a.k.a. K.F.)Almost everyone realizes that the New York Road Runners

Club (NYRRC) sponsors a Gran Prix Series where the winning teamis awarded a Tiffany bowl. Not as well known is the fact that theMetropolitan Athletics Congress (MAC) also sponsors a Gran PrixSeries where the winning team is awarded a cold, hard $600 bucks.Unfortunately for Taconic (and beneficial to their main competition.Runners Edge) half the races are held on Long Island. Just byrunning in New York and winning the Ocean-to-Sound relay, TRRCMasters found themselves in First Place. TRRC-M invaded L.I. forthe double points Syosset Sprint race and forced Runners Edge tofinish in second place in their own backyard. After winning the 25Kin Central Park (where Runners Edge was a "no show" forcing onewag to nickname them the Runners "Dull" Edge) TRRC-M went toL.I. for the Gran Prix ending Ho Ho Ho 5K held in Bethpage onDecember 23. Trying to salvage at least one win head-to-headagainst Taconic, Runners Edge fielded their best team to date.Although their top runner, Dan Brach, beat all Taconics, NickCaswell, Rob Brlglio, and Bob Hermesch finished in the Top 25(out of over 1200 finishers) and took 2, 3, and 4 in the 45-49 agegroup. Ken Filmanski rounded out the team by beating the firstcentipede, although his body weight was more than their sevenr u n n e r s c o m b i n e d .

This ends what may be the best TRRC-M season ever.First places in the NYRRC Club Team Championship, NVRRCand MAC Gran Prix Series, Ocean-to-Sound Relay, and theUSATF National Masters lOK Cross Country Championship.The only thing remaining is a possible shoe contract currently undernegotiation!

^ Yesterday I dared to struggle.Today I dare to win,"

- B e r n a d e t t e D e v l i n

Reuters: circa 1995

Jerry Radlauer, a member of the well-known TaconicRoad Runners Club in New York, pushed the O.J. Simpsontrial onto the back pages for one gut-retching moment lastOctober when he broke the world pasta eating record.

Radlauer, known to some as Dr. Jerry, a radicalmember of the extreme eating movement called the MagroneZone, catapulted himself into culinary history when heconsumed seven bowls of the All You Can Eat WednesdayNight Pasta at Pasta Plus, in the post Westchesterneighborhood of Peekskill.

Those who witnessed this event were in awe of the 6foot 3 inch emaciated looking runner as he set bowl after bowldown, some in under two minutes. The first five bowls wereobviously not difficult for Radlauer, but during the final twospaghetti and marinara sauce filled bowls, sweat started toappear on his brow and his speed noticeable decreased. Be hedid not stop, and completed the world record setting attemptwith a victory lap around the table. Others in the restaurantwere not as impressed as those guests assembled at the tablewi th h im.

For those wanting to visit the celebrated restaurant,Radlauer's autographed photo is posted in the cooking area.Radlauer can be seen eating there Wednesday nights.

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N Y R R C N a m e s N a s hMember o f the Month

New York Road Runners Club has announced theselection of Rich Nash as the January 1996 member of themonth. (Please note that Rich and his wife Joanna wererecognized as TRRC's Members of the Year in 1994. We'reglad to see that NYRRC is catching up with us.)

Rich was sited for his comittment to running asevidenced by evening runs four to six times a week and biweekly speedwork. Rich is the TRRC Men's Masters Team(50's) captain, and has organized the teams participation inthe NYRRC team challenges.

Rich was a high school track star in the 60's in thequarter-mile and half-mile distances, and after about a tenyear hiatus, he returned to the sport in the 70's and hasprogressed from a MOPPER to an age-group standout.

Congratulations, Rich. We're glad NYRRC hasrecognized what we already new; You're an outstandingm e m b e r .

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Pierce Brennan (above center), 1995 TRRC Male Runner ofthe Year, enjoys some line dancing with Taconics at theannual dinner-dance. -photo by J. NashA Note to the Editor:

Dear K.aty,Just to be able to run again made this a very good

year for me, and I would have settled, quite happily, for that.But this club, which has always amazed me, really outdiditself by choosing me as Male Runner of the Year! Thatupgraaded the "good" considerably. I am very honored andthank all of you for such a wonderful gift at this stage of mylife. I will treasure it. You have made this a magical yearfor me.

Next year, the legs may be a little less resislient, thetimes a bit slower, but I assure you, the zest will be as greatas ever because of people like you.

See you somewhere next year.Pierce (Brennan)December 10. 1995

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Taconic Road Runners ClubP r e s e n t s

St. Patrick's Day Road RacesSunday, March 17, 1996

F D R S t a t e P a r k

2 R O U N D T R I P T I C K E T S T O I R E L A N D

Compliments of Asr LifigUS A n d O t h e r R a f fl e P r i z e s

Awarded by Drawing - All Finishers EligibleP o s t R a c e R e f r e s h m e n t s a n d M u s i c

TRRC Hotline (914) 923-4665Race Directors: Bob O'Davis (914) 941-4311 & Jim Whalen (914) 941-2676

Race #110 A .M . - 2 M i l e Fun Run

Ribbons lo all finishers.

A Race U210:45 A.M. - lOK ChampionshipAwards to Age Group Winners

Entry Fee.s: '^Pre-rej|[ister - S6.0() TRRC Member S8.()() Non-Member (no refunds)M I A T S T O A L L P R E - R E C H S T E R E D ! ! !

*Faniily prc-regislercd $25 maximum (be .sure lo include separate entry formTor each entry - then clip family forms together.

Race day-SUUH)Checks pa_\ able to TRRC. P.(j. Box 99. Baldwin Place. NY 10505

Directions from NYC: Taconic State Pkwy North lo FDR Park Exit - parking lot #1 is first lot on the left.

TRRC - S t Pa t r i c k ' s Dav Races - .Ma rch 17 , 1996 B i b N o .Waiver - to be signed if over 18. Parent's signature if under 18.: 1 know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless 1 am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decisionof a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this eventincluding, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/orhumidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiverand knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on mybehalf, waive and release the Taconic Road Runners Club, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors fromall claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out ofnegligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing touse any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates or blades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in therace and I will abide by this guideline.

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TRRC Membership NewsCompiled by Joanna Nash

N E W M E M B E R ST i m S l o m i n s k iJoann Birrittella likes her workouts to be between 5 and 8 miles. Joann is working towards a 7 minute mile pace, and is almostthere! She enjoys the feeling of exhilaration and solitude when running. (Joann sounds like a good candidate for the Women's OpenTeam - contact Sarah Collins.)Jean Donnelly runs in the area where she lives. Jean enjoys the time alone to be able to think and being outside. She works towardreaching the point where she can breathe effortlessly.Dee Garibaldi looks forward each year to the Manasquan Reservoir 5M in NJ. Dee's current running goal is a sub-20 minute 5K.She enjoys running in the country and doing hills. (You should try 7 Hills next year - usually run in November.)Michael Harris loves wearing the shirts from the races he has participated in. Taconic does offer a wide variety in this area. We hopeto see you at our up-coming Freezer 5's - very nice shirt!Pavel Litvinov runs in the Rockefeller Park area, as do many other Taconics. Pavel's main goal is to not get injured. He would like toget back to a 7 minute mile pace.

TRRC is pleased to have the following membership renewals:Stephanie Castaldo Marty DiCoIa and family Adrain Hunte-Smith and Bill SmithB o b F u r p h y C o n n i G r a c e J o n a t h a n J u n g m a nBrad Leech Dav id Leven Steve& Rache l Mackay I t inax & fami lyJ a c k M a g r o n e J i m M c G o v e r n V i c t o r & P a m P o l i t a n oP e t e r P r i m e T h o m a s W a l c z a k

Scott Abercrombie, an anchor member and mentor of the 40's team. Scott manages to get some running in even with his wickedswing shift, in addition to doing occasional speed work with my husband Rich. Scott also does a wonderful job with the ColumbusDay races which have approximately 400 local school children attending each year.Nick Caswell had another strong year; anchor of the 40's team in addition to having a banner year as an individual. Nick poses thequestion "Why running? Why Taconic?" and replies "Why, the newsletter of course!"Robert Dembia runs the Amawalk Reservoir (wave when you go by!) Robert's favorite race is the Lincoln Hall, which promises tobe bigger and better this year!! (Guess it's his sentimental favorite.)Seth Dennenberg looks forward each year to the Harry Chapin race (hope you were there this year!). Seth would like to break 2:55for the NYC Marathon. He would also like to organize a race for the Furnace Woods PTA. (We'll show you how, then it's all yours!)Denis Donohue likes the old Yonkers Marathon course. Denis likes running anywhere, anytime!Kate Glynn runs for the freedom, motion, solitude, letting her thoughts go and dreams wander. Kate's favorite race is the AdvilMini-Marathon. She is a very strong competitor for the Women's 40+ team.Vincent Juliano runs for the exertion, power, freedom, laughing, talking, quiet, relief, desire, conquer, surprise... (I think that aboutcovers it.) Vinny runs in the Mohansic area and his favorite race is the Police Chase lOK.Josh Knight and family Josh would like to run a sub 3:10 Marathon. Another possible Boston qualifier??Noel Lazarus is currently enjoying retired life in Florida. Noel enjoys the Dutchess Marathon and did most of his running in FDRPark (hopefully not now - it would be quite a long commute!) Anyone that would like to keep in touch send messages via our ownCarme lo .

Larry Lenahan is one of Taconic's gems (although we have quite a few). Larry is definitely one of them. Larry's favorite race isLincoln Hall, which remarkably he was able to run this year. Larry and family direct the Biathlon each year and get these newslettersmailed out each issue.Scott Mendelowitz can be seen running on country roads. Scott enjoys the shorter race distances of 5K and, if my memory servesme correctly, excels in this area.Irwin Miller is actually a Mid Hudson RRC member, but since his duties during their races prohibit him from running their races,Irv competes for Taconic RRC in the 50's age division.. .quite well I might add.Gerald Radlauer has agreed to co-direct the Freezer 5's with Steve Quinn this year. Gerry likes running half and full Marathons. Hewould like to run a marathon on all seven continents. Gerry recently completed a 100 mile endurance run in Napal. His favoriteraces are the Dutchess and Boston Marathons.Byron Stinson looks forward each year to running the Croton lOK, but also likes the challenge of the NYC Marathon. Byron can beseen running on dirt roads early in the morning. He would like to be able to improve his lOK time.Bernie Stringer and family look forward to Mudders and Grunters each year (promises to be a good one this year!). Bemie runs inthe afternoons after work.Deborah Weibman trains in her own neighborhood early in the morning and is looking forward to running the NYC Marathon thisy e a r .

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P e n - P a l s W i t h P a r k e r

By Roy AlnminI recently traded l>mails with John Parker, asking his

advice -on training with a heart-rate monitor. John Parker is aformer national-class miler. lie is author of (he novel Once aRunner, and Heart-Monitor Trainine for the Complete Idiot. Hecurrently writes for Runniii>^ Times magazine. Here are excerptsfrom the correspondence.

R.A.: After reading \our articles on training with a heart-ratemonitor in Rumiin}^ Times. I went out and bought one.UnfoHunately. at the lime. Heart-Monitor fraininu fortheCom-plete Idiot was out of print, so I went b_\ the seat of my pants. I lereis my experience;

My average weekly mileage is mid-3()"s to low 40"s. Ido speed work once a week, and a long run of 14.5 miles, at leasttw ice a month. I recent l> ran a half-marathon, w here my goal was1:25. which conies to 6:. iO mile. I est imated that this shouldtranslate to 165-170 beats per minute (BPM). for me. The coursewas hillier than expected, and I averaged I 76 BPM in the earlymiles, going over 180 in the last tw o miles. I ran a disappointing1 : 2 7 : 2 6 .

My goal I OK w as two weeks later, on a ver\ flat course.I averaged 180 BPM. am.! Hnisheti in .''^8:10: a I'R b\ 10 seconds,but I didn't break 38:00.

The point of all this is /hut hi}iher lieiirt-nites didn'ttranslate into faster paces during these fioai races. /'/// mmder-itifi whether these heart rates are too hi^h for these races, andtheshape ! should he in. Howcan lmodifymytrainin}i,orheart-rate monitor use, in order to i^et better results?

How can I modify my training,or heart-rate monitor use, inorder to get better results?d.P.: It sounds like \ou"re ha\ ing prett\ good, although,somewhat mixed results with heart monitor training. It seems likesome of your race results are skcwsed b\ difficult courses.

Your lOK PR on a Hat course indicates tha.i in general,you've been making good progress. I wouldn't worr\ too muchabout not seeing steadiK decreasing limes, particularly whenyou're running so man\ dillicuh courses.Now. about \our irainmg:

I don't see how _\ou'ic keeping \ i)ur mileage so low if.lor instance. \ou"re doing a l.'^-mile long run. and one intervalworkout. It would seem > our "recoverN" runs must be \ er\' shortindeed. What I would do isir\ to build up > our mileage, general l\'.by going a little longeron \ our eas\ i.la\ s. I w ould tr\ to gradual l\get through runs up to "-S miles I w oukiii'i woir> so much aboutthe long run. pariiculark since \ou dun'i seem to ha\ e a marathonin your near fuiiu e.

I would adi.1 a lempir run wliere \ou"re going (.after awarm-up) 3-4 miles at .irouiid 8(1"()n \ ounnter\ ais \ou shouldbe getting up to 85".>. I luis \ our w eek siuaild look more like this:

M o n - 6 - 8 m i l e s < 7 0 %

Tu e s - 6 - 8 m i l e s < 7 0 %W e d - i n t e r v a l s > 9 0 %

(3 m. w/ 3 m. wannup & cooldown- 6 total)T h u r - 6 - 8 m i l e s < 7 0 %F r i - 6 - 8 m i l e s < 7 0 %

Sat- tempo run, 3 m. (@85%(2 m. warmup-cool down- 5 total)

S u n - r e s tThis would give you a weekly total of 35-43 miles,

which is about what you're doing, but would be much moreconsistent. Do this program for a month, then pick a nice llatrace to test yourself.

R.A.: I'll follow your training schedule, as much as possible. and see what happens. I assume that I can substitute afartiek workout for the track workout, now that it's gettingd a r k e a r l i e r .

I'd suggest a fartiek type workout that has a bit morestructure. I use it all the lime training on a dirt trail in thewoods. You do it using the countdown timer found on mosttraining watche.s (mine is the Casio 30 lap memory). You setthe timer for 1:00. Warm up 2 easy miles, then do somestriders. "I'hen hit the timer and pick your pace up and go foraround 85% of max. Hold it until the timer begins beeping,indicating the end of the minute. Hit the timer once to reset it,once again to start liming your recover. I usually do a twominute recovery, so when it starts beeping. I reset and startagain Next time 1 start surge ii2.

Using the watch's timer makes the workout a loteasier and safer than just timing each surge, because you don'thave to keep looking down at your watch (and thus NOT atwhere you're putting your feet). It's also kind of a neatpsychological game you can play to keep pushing yourself tothe very end without checking the watch (sometimes you'II beSURF you didn't actually hit the button). 1 usually do 10surges, but do what you're comfortable with, maybe 6. Thisis roughly equivalent to doing 400 yard intervals, except withthe watch and the heart monitor, you can do them just aboutan\ time, any place. You can also vary by going 2 mins on/2 off; I on I off, etc. But, as I say, the 1 min on/2 min off is myfavorite, probably because it approximates the fast 10-quarterworkout I used to do as a college miler. Since I often do themon the same trail. I know about where most of my surges startand stop at various stages of fitness. Sometimes 1 can reallypush m>self trying to "PR" by ending at certain landmarks Ihaven't reached on certain surges. It can be sort of fun.

While it's a very flexible workout, it's also muchmore stuctured than a "run as you feel" fartiek run. where it'shard to tell what kind of workout you really got when you'rethrough. I've gotten so I really enjoy these .sessions and verym u c h l o o k f o r w a r d t o t h e m .

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R.A.: I ran a relative!) Hat 5 mile race >esierda\. and ran a29:53. a PR by 53 seconds! ("hanks once again for >oiiradvice. Tm going to take it easy during the u inter, but when 1start training hard in the Spring. I will follow this .schedule.One modification though: I think I'll throw in a long runevery 2-3 weeks.

J.P.: Glad to hear of your good results.I have long believed the weekK long run is over

rated. and may in some cases impede a training program. 1recently qualified for Boston at Twin Cities, w iih it 3:08. after6 weeks ol consistent training and no runs over 12 miles! Thiswas iny first marathon in about 20 years.

Your plan to work in a long run 1 think is prettysound. After all. it will be vour Winter base-building phase,without too much racing, so it makes sense to use the long runto get stronger and take some of the stress off.

R.A.: Just one moie question: How much weekK mileagewere you doing? If the answer is. as I suspect, are you sayingthat weeklyvolume is more important than the long run for marathontraining?

J.P.: My mileage was up to 70-80: and\es. that's exactlywhat I'm saying.

Think of ultra training for a moment. There's no wayto simulate a 50 or a 100 mile race in workouts, right'.' So howdo you approach such a task? After all. people do run thethings, so we know it can be done, right'.'

The answer is obvious. You don't train to simulate

any particular race or distance. You train to prepare the bodyas best as possible for a phvsical ordeal.

1 ran m_v first (and until recentiv. onl\) maiathon over20 years ago on esseniiall) the same training I was doing forrunning the mile on the track. But. I was running over 100miles a week! Despite getting a little lost on the cour,se. anddespite running the first 14 miles with the guv who eventuallywon. I ran 2:33. Not a world-beating lime, but prettv crediblefor a guv who rarelv ranmore than 8 miles at a time'

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By a holiday ghost writer (photos by C. Reger)Taconic's Greai Lost Week-end was held on Decem

ber 8-10 at Blue Mountain Lodge. Festivities began on Fridaynight with the tree trimming party and monthly meeting.Santa Claus made an early visit to entertain all of the TRRCkids in attendance, while the rest of the gang joined in spraypointing old running shoes to be used as room decorations anddipping pine cones in glitter to brighten up the tree. Severl ofthe party wear\' laconics stayed the night at the Lodge.

After a hearty breakfast of Bloody Marys andpancakes, the first running event of the week-end was kind ofstaged. Heavy snow caused race director. Dave O'Toole tocancel the official cross-country relay. A number of laconicstalwarts braved the course "just for fun." Unofficial resultsare as follows:T o m C h u r c h 2 3 : 2 9S c o t t A b e r c r o m b i e 2 5 : 4 1

V i n n y J u l i a n o 3 0 : 3 7J a c k C u l k i n 3 1 : 1 6B r i a n W h e a t o n 3 1 : 2 2J o h n S i n g e r 3 2 : 1 1L a r r y C u l k i n 3 5 : 1 1D e b b i e T e r r a n o v a 3 5 : 1 5F e t e M e i s l e r 3 5 : 2 2L e e S a r o k e n 3 0 : 0 9J i m W h a l e n 3 9 : 4 8K a r e n A n t u n a n o 4 2 : 2 1K a t h l e e n D ' O t t a v i o 4 5 : 4 0( j r e t a O l s s o n 4 5 : 4 7J o h n W i l e 4 5 : 5 0

This year's holiday party expected two great singers: JackMagrone doing his Karoke/Sinatra. and Canneio Roldan singing''Mamacita, donde est Santa Claus?" and other holiday favorites.Alas, however, only of brown eyes showed up to do of blue eyes"routine, and Margie Katt and Steve Quinn led a chorus of "WhileChristmas." After a terrific potluck supper and lots of merrymaking. still more party weary Taconics stayed the night at the Lodge.

On Sunday, before and after another carbo laden breakfast. Couples Relay race director Steve Calidonna conducted asuccessful run on a course that was altered from past years (toprotect the safety of the runners from very icy conditions.) No oneis certain of the length of the course this year, but all agreed it waslong enough.

Following breakfast of pancakes, bagels, muffins, etc..awards were presented, including the traditional Gary Steinelcheesecake raffle, which was won. this year, by Gary Steinel! (Atleast we know he'll get his spring form pan back!)

Ken Filmanski helped to supervise the tree-trimming. Santa arrived to bring smiles to the girls and boys!

every road is tough to methat has no friend to cheer it. "

-FJizabeth Shane

Top left: Karen Antunano. Daubenbis. JoeMandelman. Rich Nash. Robi Wolf and Christ ine &Fred Reger "■supervise" the creation of holidayo r n a m e n t s .

Top right: Jack Magrone boosts Andrea Nash to"top" the tree.Middle right: Bills Lifrieri & Foley. F.d McLaughlin,Lee Saroken and Alyssa Lifrieri toast the holidays.Lower right: Kathleen. Bill. Cireta. Carol & Vinny.and Peg. Pal, Jack. Terri & Mark round out theweek-end with food, drink and dancing.

-photos by J. Nash

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In Memory of...by Doug Miller

While warming up just minutes before the start of a race in the Spring of'91, Pete Corsinoapproached me and broke some terrible news about the apparent suicide, Just weeks earlier, of a fellowr u n n e r .

The death of a close acquaintance Clayton "Jack" Bristol left me shattered. The man was not really ahousehold name, but those who were close knew of his accomplishments, in the late 70's, Jack was a nationally ranked Ultra man, held the still standing Sybil course record and raced several endurance races bothnationally and abroad.

I met Jack in the Spring of'81 and he offered me a membership with his club "The Bethel Bananas."He was well respected with area runners, yet he always displayed modesty and humility. On a one-to-onebasis, he fed me encouragement and praise after races, but it was Jack who had the greater talent, being a sub2:40 maralhoner with minimal training miles.

We often traveled as racing partners throughout Connecticut. To most, Jack was considered odd,controversial, and outrageous. Yet to some like myself, I also knew Jack as a good listener and a selflessperson with a willingness to sacrifice for others. That trait showed true on Labor Day weekend on BlockIsland in 1983. He gracefully offered his bed space at a Bed & Breakfast when it was overbooked and "setcamp" outside and slept in a sleeping bag the night before the 15K.

After our group runs, we often gathered around Jack as he rattled off his side-splitting sense ofhumor and his adventures across the country. Few people have made such an impression in my life and 1was privileged to have known him.

Those who did not know him truly will never be as fortunate as the few of us whom his presencea f f e c t e d .

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F o o t r a c eSunday, April 28, 1996

Race Managed by: The Taconic Road Runners Club

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Checks payable to NCA PutnamFor more information, call (914) 225-4646

Awards Ceremony To Be Held Following The 5 Mile Race

L o c a t i o n :

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(1-84 to Exit 19 (Hwy 312 South). At stop sign, turn right (toward Carmel) on Hwy 312. Proceed to traffic light (Route 6), Turn right onRoute 6, Proceed through next traffic light and continue about 1/2 mile to next left. Turn left and go up hill to Social Services Building.)

/ \Alcohol Free: The FOOT RACE is a community-wide health event..Participation indicates support for alcohol and drug abuse prevention programs.Local drug and alcohol service agencies will distribute important information at the event.Race proceeds will benefit NCA/Putnam.

Alcohol Free Foot Race - April 28. 1996 - Race Registration Bib no. [Name (Please Print)A d d r e s s

C i t y S t a t e Z i pA g e D a t e o f b i r t l r M a l e F e m a l e T e l e p h o n e ( )I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agreeto abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in this eventincluding, but not limited to falls, contact with other participants the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and theconditions of the road all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of youraccepting my entry. I for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Taconic Road Runners Club, and all sponsors, theirrepresentatives and successors from all claims or liabilities o' any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may ariseout of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs,motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, rollerskates or blades, animals, and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline.

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Cold Weather Running Safetyby Henley Gibhle

These tips are taken from the Road Runners Club of America's Cold Weather Running recommendations.

The only time that I will not run in the winter is when there is ice on the trails. Early morning runs in newfallen snow can be someof the most memorable. Runs in cold weather can be some of our most wonderful experiences; they can also be some of the worstif a few key safety rules are overlooked. Hypothermia, frostbite and falls are some of the risks.

DON'T WEAR HEADPHONES. It gets dark earlier these days, and a lurking attacker cannot be heard as well with headphoneson. During the months with shorter days you need to rely on your auditory senses even more.

VARY YOUR ROUTE AND TELL SOMEONE WHERE YOU ARE RUNNING. Have emergency identification (preferablywaterproofed) in a pocket or somewhere on your person.CLOTHING OUTER LAYERS SHOULD BE LIGHT-COLORED OR REFLECTIVE. Light colored material is visible evenwithout a strong light source. Reflective materials work only if there is a light source. Blaze orange becomes poorly visible atnight. However, during snowy days, dark or bright colors provide visible contrast and attract solar energy.WEAR CLOTHING IN LAYERS. Warm air will be trapped between the layers. Use clothing with vents and zippers to allowexcess heat to escape as you become warm. On windy days the outer layer should be of wind-resistant and "breatheable" material;the innermost should be a "wicking" fabric.

AVOID OVERDRESSING. It is better to feel a bit underdressed and chilly as you start out, As you run in your layeredenvironment your temperature will rise about 20 .

PLAN YOUR RUN. It is preferable to run into the wind at first and with the wind behind you on the way back. Check onweather conditions prior to your run.

HAT AND GLOVES ARE CRUCIAL TO BODY WARMTH. You can take them off as you heat up and pull them back onwhen needed. More than 25% of body heat can be lost through a bare head.

RUN AGAINST VEHICULAR TRAFFIC (if you must run on roads).

IF ROADS OR TRAILS ARE ICY DON'T RUN. If snowy, pay attention to the soles of your shoes. Shoes with the "nubs" givebetter traction in snow.

DRINK WATER. Because humidity and the temperature are low, sweating is not as profuse, but vital fluids are still lost on everyrun. Be sure to drink plenty of water daily.

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